Ilona Maher makes her feelings known after 'perfectly' parallel parking on the opposite side of road

Ilona Maher, the Olympic medalist renowned for her charisma off the field, recently shared a playful moment with her fans by showcasing her parking skills. In a light-hearted video, she humorously celebrated her ability to execute what she called 'perfect parallel parking.'

The rugby star, who recently joined Bristol Bears after flying to the United Kingdom, took to the field on January 5th during the team's match against Gloucester at Ashton Gate. She entered the game in the 61st minute and delivered an impressive defensive performance despite limited playtime. However, her efforts weren't enough to prevent Bristol Bears from succumbing to defeat after a strong start.

In a January 2025 Instagram post, Maher shared a video of her parking triumph, jokingly asking if her maneuver qualified as extraordinary. She highlighted the precise alignment of her car, referring to it as 'curb to ratio perfection'.

"Look I am not saying I'm better than you. I'm not. But did I just parallel park on the other side of the road, on the other side of the car perfectly? (Shows parked car). Huh yes, I did. Look at that wheel curb-to-ratio. I'm staying humble. I'm not bragging. I'm just hanging the facts are there," she said.

Ilona Maher also found a way to entertain her fans during a recent grocery trip. Known for her sense of humor, she turned an ordinary shopping outing into a moment of laughter.

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Ilona Maher playfully questions Brits about their beloved digestive biscuits

Ilona Maher during Bristol Bears v Leinster Rugby - Investec Champions Cup 2024/2025 - Source: Getty

While representing the Bristol Bears in the United Kingdom, Ilona Maher recently brought her humor to social media with a playful take on a popular British snack. During a grocery shopping trip, she posted a video questioning the name of the biscuit brand 'Digestives', emphasizing the pronunciation comically. In a January 2025 Instagram post, the 28-year-old rugby star shared the clip with a caption:

"Imma still eat them but I wanna know if they are helping me in any way so I can eat more."

She also light-heartedly posted a question to her UK fans, adding a humorous touch:

"Question for British people. Why are they called Digestives? Do they help you digest? Do they have a lot of fiber in them? What's the reason?"

Digestive biscuits, a UK staple, were first created in the 19th century and named for their supposed digestive benefits. Early recipes often included baking soda, believed to aid digestion. Over time, the biscuits evolved into a beloved snack enjoyed with tea or used as a base for desserts.